Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX150 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the ST700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Samsung ST700
SX160 IS | ST700 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Canon SX160 IS
ST700 | SX160 IS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung ST700
SX160 IS | ST700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS has external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS against the ST700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and ST700 is 86 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and ST700.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images although you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung ST700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291g (0.64 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photographs | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $199 | $280 |